Michigan Energy Grants

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Recycling Unit is offering grants for organics (food waste) infrastructure projects. Donor Name: Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) State: Michigan County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: EGLE protects Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources, and is focused on addressing climate change, diversity, equity, and inclusion. In fiscal year (FY) 2024, EGLE will provide matching grants to support Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s climate priorities by supplementing efforts to increase access to food waste diversion projects and grow the statewide food waste composting and recycling rate.  Objectives Increase access to food waste diversion infrastructure while building diversity, equity, and inclusion across Michigan. Increase collection and processing capacity for food waste diversion. Increase participation rate in existing food waste diversion programs. Priorities Programs with the largest projected increases in processing or collection capacity volume and/or access and participation. Programs with sustainable funding mechanisms in place. Programs that currently provide or propose robust, continuing education programs. Applicants with demonstrated ability to collaborate and partner with other groups and organizations. Projects that leverage concurrent project funding from other sources, such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Closed Loop Fund, or local foundations or businesses. Projects that support Governor Whitmer’s climate change priorities through measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Projects that will benefit an environmental justice community or underserved and vulnerable populations within a community. Funding Information A total of $1 million in funding. The maximum amount of funding that can be requested for an EGLE Organics Infrastructure Grant is $250,000. The minimum grant funds an applicant may request is $5,000. The State anticipates the grant period will start November 29, 2024, and will end on September 30, 2027.  Eligibility Criteria  For purposes of this RFP, the following types of entities are eligible to apply non-profit organizations, tribal governments, school districts, universities/colleges, local health departments, regional planning agencies, cities, villages, townships, charter townships, counties, municipal solid waste authorities, resource recovery authorities, businesses, corporations, and private sector entities located in Michigan. Eligible Organics Infrastructure Grants include but are not limited to: The implementation of curbside food waste carts; creation or enhancement of drop-off food waste collection; public space food waste collection containers; school food waste collection and processing projects, food waste collection vehicles, multi- family food waste collection projects, and food waste processing projects. For more information, visit EGLE.

This grant provides funding to local governments and private entities in Michigan to replace old diesel vehicles and equipment with all-electric alternatives, promoting cleaner air and sustainable practices.

The Community Energy Management (CEM) Program, administered by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), offers grants to improve energy management, increase energy efficiency, and promote renewable energy adoption for local governments and tribes. This program is part of the EGLE Catalyst Communities Initiative, supporting Governor Whitmer’s climate change priorities. The grant period runs from January 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025, with a total of $5,850,000 available, sourced from the U.S. Department of Energy’s State Energy Program (SEP) and Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG). Projects must focus on energy efficiency upgrades, renewable energy installations, fleet electrification, EV charging infrastructure, and clean energy workforce development. The application deadline is June 30, 2024, or until funds are exhausted.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) Recycling Unit is offering grants to advance the research, development, or demonstration of concepts or projects intended to create innovative and practical approaches to increase the reuse and recycling of batteries and other critical minerals. Donor Name: Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) State: Michigan County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 05/24/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 5 Years Details: The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) protects Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources, and is focused on addressing climate change, diversity, equity, and inclusion. In fiscal year (FY) 2024, EGLE will provide matching grants to support public or private colleges or universities in an effort to address the research, development, or demonstration of concepts or projects intended to create innovative and practical approaches to increase the reuse and recycling of batteries and other critical minerals. Applicants must consider the following program objectives, priorities, and tasks in the planning of their proposal. Program Objective  Support research into the reuse of critical materials for clean energy production through research, development, and/or demonstration of concepts or projects intended to create innovative and practical approaches to increase the reuse and recycling of batteries and other critical minerals. Program Priorities  Research into the reuse of critical materials for clean energy production through circular economy efforts to capture and reuse critical minerals. Research, development, or demonstration of projects that recycle critical minerals from electric vehicles and other battery storage units. Funding Information A total of $4.75 million in funding is expected to be available, with the average individual grant awards ranging from $500,000 to $2,500,000. Grant Period The State anticipates the grant period will start October 1, 2024, and will end on September 30, 2029. Eligibility Criteria  Any Michigan public or private colleges or universities that grant baccalaureate degrees and that are studying the opportunities to recycle and innovate and maximize the use of critical minerals from electric vehicles and other battery storage units may apply. Preference will be provided to those institutions who have partnerships with entities involved in the research, development, or demonstration of concepts or projects intended to create innovative and practical approaches to increase the reuse and recycling of batteries and other critical minerals. For more information, visit EGLE.

This grant provides financial support for large-scale improvement projects in the Calumet Downtown Development Authority district, aimed at enhancing community development and economic vitality.

The Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KZCF) is seeking applications for its Women’s Education Coalition Grant Program. Donor Name: Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KZCF) State: Michigan County: Allegan County (MI), Barry County (MI), Calhoun County (MI), Kalamazoo County (MI), Saint Joseph County (MI), Van Buren County (MI) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Pursue your educational and employment goals with the Women’s Education Coalition Grant Program. Get connected with renewable grant assistance to increase your financial independence and move your career forward. The Women’s Education Coalition is a collaborative of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; the YWCA of Kalamazoo and the former Kalamazoo Network. The grant can be used to enroll in a professional development opportunity, trade, technology, vocational or certificate program, or an associate’s, bachelor’s or master’s degree program. The grant may be used by part-time or full-time students. Eligibility Criteria Women residing in Kalamazoo, Barry, Calhoun, Allegan, St. Joseph or Van Buren County who have had a significant break in their education or are seeking additional education to improve their career and pay opportunities are eligible. Applicants should be able to demonstrate how post-high school education will assist in reaching goals of increased financial independence. Priority will be given to underemployed working mothers and those enrolling or enrolled in not-for-profit educational institutions. For more information, visit KZCF.

This program provides funding to organizations in Michigan to help low-income households access solar energy, prioritizing projects that serve predominantly low-income subscribers.

The Zeeland Board of Public Works (BPW) is accepting applications for its Community Grant Program. Donor Name: Zeeland Board of Public Works (BPW) State: Michigan City: Zeeland Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 05/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Zeeland BPW is dedicated to ensuring that Zeeland thrives for generations to come and are pleased to support the Zeeland community in numerous ways. This is a reimbursement grant. Therefore, Zeeland BPW offers grant funding up to $25,000 annually (subject to approval) to invest in projects and strategies such as: Water and energy efficiency, conservation, and education Environmental education Safety education Utility career opportunities Arts and culture Health and wellness Parks and recreation Improvement and enhancement of the community served by the Zeeland Board of Public Works. Eligibility Criteria  Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations that are tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, schools, municipalities and other governmental entities served by either the electric or water utility of the Zeeland Board of Public Works. Requests for the following purposes are eligible for consideration: Capital – Funding for purposes of constructing new facilities, remodeling, expansions of existing facilities or equipment purchases New programs for one-time or ongoing expenses – Funding for organizations to implement specific programs for the first time, including startup costs and costs that will occur repeatedly Existing programs for one-time expenses – Funding for investments in specific ongoing programs that will not need to be made on a regular basis such as equipment, furnishings and other reusable materials. Ineligibility  Requests for the following purposes are not eligible to apply for funding through the Community Grant Program: Operating support – Funding for the day-to-day costs of running organizations Existing programs for ongoing expenses – Funding for the day-to-day operating costs of existing programs Capital projects outside of the Zeeland Board of Public Works service area Emergency requests for ongoing expenses – Funding for repeatedly occurring organizational or program costs that have experienced a sudden or unexpected loss of funding from another source Funding for individuals, individual scholarships, political organizations or campaigns, labor or veterans’ programs, fraternal orders, social clubs, debt-reduction, sports tournaments, talent or beauty contests, loans for small business, or religious programs that advocate specific religious doctrines or do not serve the broader community Free electric or water services or relocation of utility infrastructure. For more information, visit Zeeland BPW.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Energy Unit announces grants for organizations to enhance energy knowledge and awareness statewide, in alignment with Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s climate priorities. Projects should target measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, adhering to the MI Healthy Climate Plan, with a grant period from February 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024 (those are not submission dates)

Grant Opportunity: Saginaw Bay Watershed Pollution Prevention/Chemical Collection Program Description: This grant opportunity is for the construction of a permanent facility to collect pesticides from farmers, homeowners, nurseries, etc. The facility will allow any end user of pesticides to dispose of unwanted materials at no cost. The project was completed in 1999 and is a joint project of the Saginaw County Department of Health and the Michigan Department of Agriculture. Grant Opportunity: Demonstrate Effectiveness of Biodegradable Two-Cycle Engine Oil Description: This grant opportunity is for field testing a soy-based oil that can be used as an alternative to petroleum-based oil in engines such as jet skis, outboard motors, and snowmobiles. The soy-based oil is environmentally preferable as it is 96% biodegradable and does not emit pollutants into the air and water. The funding will be used to demonstrate the safety and performance of the oil and document reductions in emissions into the environment. Grant Opportunity: Saginaw Bay Watershed Native Planting Preserve at Saginaw Valley State University Description: This grant opportunity aims to fund the development of a native planting preserve on the campus of Saginaw Valley State University. The preserve will include plants, signage, and walking trails. The project intends to encourage the use of native plantings in the general public and serve as a demonstration/research site at the university. Grant Opportunity: Alternative Energy from Agriculturally-Derived Pellet Fuel Description: This grant opportunity involves analyzing the technical and economic viability of manufacturing renewable pellet fuel derived from agricultural sources. The research includes studying the economic and environmental impact of using biomass combustion furnaces for heating residential and light industrial buildings. The project also includes developing a web-based interface for real-time telemetry information. Grant Opportunity: Conservation Tillage Risk Protection Program Description: This grant opportunity aims to demonstrate the use of conservation tillage in two subwatersheds of the Tittabawassee River. The

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Recycling Unit is offering grants for recycling infrastructure projects. Donor Name: Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) State: Michigan County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 05/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: EGLE protects Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources, and is focused on addressing climate change, diversity, equity, and inclusion. In fiscal year (FY) 2024, EGLE will provide matching grants to support Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s climate priorities by supplementing efforts to increase access to recycling services and grow the statewide recycling rate. Program Priorities  Programs with the largest projected increases in processing or collection capacity volume and/or access and participation. Programs with sustainable funding mechanisms in place. Programs that currently provide or propose robust, continuing education programs. Applicants with demonstrated ability to collaborate and partner with other groups and organizations. Projects that leverage concurrent project funding from other sources, such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), The Recycling Partnership, Carton Council, Closed Loop Fund, Michigan Soft Drink Association, American Beverage Association, or local foundations or businesses. Projects that support Governor Whitmer’s climate change priorities through measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Projects that will benefit an environmental justice community or underserved and vulnerable populations within a community. Funding Information The maximum amount of funding that can be requested for an EGLE Recycling Infrastructure Grant is $1 million. The minimum grant funds an applicant may request is $5,000. Eligibility Criteria  For purposes of this RFP, the following types of entities are eligible to apply: non-profit organizations, tribal governments, school districts, universities/colleges, local health departments, regional planning agencies, cities, villages, townships, charter townships, counties, municipal solid waste authorities, and resource recovery authorities located in Michigan. Eligible Recycling Infrastructure Grants include but are not limited to: The transition from recycling bins to carts, public space recycling containers, creation, or enhancement of public drop-off recycling, new or improved recycling processing infrastructure, school recycling projects, collection vehicles, and multifamily recycling projects. Ineligible projects include organics/food waste projects, household hazardous waste projects, electronic waste recycling projects, scrap tire recycling projects, and one-day collection events. For more information, visit EGLE.

The City of Kalamazoo is seeking applications for the O’Connor Fund 2024. Donor Name: City of Kalamazoo State: Michigan City: Kalamazoo Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The O’Connor Fund for Historic Preservation was created in 2000 to help the Kalamazoo Historic Preservation Commission (KHPC) support historic preservation activity in Kalamazoo by Pam O’Connor (who was a member of the KHPC at the time) and her husband Terry. Funding Information Grants between $2,000 to $10,000. Eligible Project Types  All Projects must be carried out or supervised by a qualified professional with experience in the project’s associated field. Rehabilitation Projects include: work on the resource exterior, including roofs and chimneys, walls, windows and doors, fire escapes, elevators, foundations and other exterior components. Preservation Planning Projects include: Economic Feasibility Studies, Historic Building Condition Reports, preparing architectural rehabilitation plans for a project, National or Local Historic District study reports, under-represented communities surveys, designation nominations, and other planning activities as determined by the Committee. Eligibility Criteria  located within the city of Kalamazoo owned by a 501(c)(3) or other non-profit organization, public agency, or governmental unit operating in the city of Kalamazoo include planning efforts, buildings, areas and other resources that are more than 50 years old, or where a majority of resources are more than 50 years old in alignment with the KHPC Annual Work Plan, goals and plans of Imagine Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County Housing Plan and Michigan Statewide Historic Preservation Plan. For more information, visit City of Kalamazoo.